Magnetic Confinement Fusion Driven Thermonuclear Energy [electronic resource] /
Zohuri, Bahman.author.
This book covers the principles and practices behind the Magnetic Confinement Fusion (MCF) approach to driven new source of energy. All possible technical methods, including well established theoretical research, as well as findings tested in an experimental tokamak reactor, are examined in order to determine how to best achieve breakeven via this pathway to plasma-driven fusion. The author undertakes a life cycle analysis to compare and contrast the efficiency, environmental impacts, and operating costs of plasma-driven MCF fusion against other forms of energy generation currently in widespread use. The associated computer code and numerical analysis are included in the book. No prior knowledge of MCF and no more than basic background in plasma physics is required. Provides an updated approach to Magnetic Confinement Fusion Includes Life Cycle Analysis, weighing the efficiency of plasma-driven fusion against other energy technologies Tackles the specific challenges that have hindered commercial implementation.
Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters and index.
Foundation of Electromagnetic Theory -- Principles of Plasma Physics -- Confinement Systems for Controlled Thermonuclear Fusion -- Index.
This book covers the principles and practices behind the Magnetic Confinement Fusion (MCF) approach to driven new source of energy. All possible technical methods, including well established theoretical research, as well as findings tested in an experimental tokamak reactor, are examined in order to determine how to best achieve breakeven via this pathway to plasma-driven fusion. The author undertakes a life cycle analysis to compare and contrast the efficiency, environmental impacts, and operating costs of plasma-driven MCF fusion against other forms of energy generation currently in widespread use. The associated computer code and numerical analysis are included in the book. No prior knowledge of MCF and no more than basic background in plasma physics is required. Provides an updated approach to Magnetic Confinement Fusion Includes Life Cycle Analysis, weighing the efficiency of plasma-driven fusion against other energy technologies Tackles the specific challenges that have hindered commercial implementation.
Nuclear energy.
Thermodynamics.
Heat engineering.
Heat transfer.
Mass transfer.
Nuclear fusion.
Nuclear Energy.
Engineering Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer.
Nuclear Fusion.